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Noel joins Sixers, but won't play against New Orleans

NEW ORLEANS – Nerlens Noel flew to New Orleans on Wednesday and walked through a shoot around with the team on Thursday morning. Noel has not played in a game this season because he is recovering from a knee procedure in October. Coach Brett Brown hinted that Noel could be available to play with the team as early as Sunday, when the Sixers will be in Detroit. Noel will not play against the Pelicans Thursday.

“We want to integrate him with the team, watch a lot of tape,” said Brown, “with the understanding that we have a chance to see him soon.